Reserves take the win under pressure.

Reserves

On a sunny and windy day, the Reserves teams clashed at Warragul in what proved to be an enthralling match.

The playing surface was in impeccable condition, setting the stage for an intense battle.

However, both teams faced challenges as they dealt with several enforced changes, resulting in a blend of seasoned players and young talents taking the field.

The tricky conditions tested the skills and adaptability of the players, making it a true test of their capabilities.

Phillip Island Bulldogs started the game with a strong performance, securing 2.3, and the Dusties struggling to get on the scoreboard and could only manage one behind.

The second quarter witnessed a more intense contest, with both teams trading blows.

The Dusties fought back strongly, scoring 2.4 and the Bulldogs only adding one point.

The wind was playing havoc, causing many skill errors and bad kicking from both sides.

As the match progressed in the third quarter, the Island had the wind and knew they had to make the best of it and stretch a lead that would compensate for the switch in the fourth.

The Island upped their game, and the contest became even more thrilling.

The Bulldogs displayed their skills and determination, adding 3.3 and the Dusties once again were held to a single point against the wind.

With a lead of only 19 points coming into the last, the pressure was mounting.

The final quarter was marked by intense pressure as both teams fought tooth and nail to get possession, however, from the intensity came plenty of stoppages and hotly contested balls.

It wasn’t pretty football by any stretch, but no one could argue the desperation shown by both teams.

The Island defended extremely well, and while not scoring themselves, managed to restrict the Dusties to just the two pints for the final quarter.

It was great to see the Bulldogs' ability to adapt to the conditions. The enforced changes in their lineup played a pivotal role in their success.

The hard-fought victory highlights the team's resilience and the contribution of both seasoned players and young talents.

Scores:
Phillip Island: 2.3.15, 2.4.16, 5.7.37, 5.7.37.
Warragul Industrials: 0.1.1, 2.5.17, 2.6.18, 2.8.20.

Goals:
Phillip Island: Harry Anderson, Cameron Brown, James Nicolaci, Coby Olarenshaw, Ben Taylor – 1.
Warragul Industrials: N/A.

Best Players:
Phillip Island: Cameron Brown, Coby Olarenshaw, Tom Aylett, Hunter Clarke, Darcy Saw, Samuel McRae.
Warragul Industrials: Jack Commadeur, Kyan Willis, Tyler Irving, Russ Ware, Nelson Minichiello, Zac O'Hara.